Top 15 Hiking & Trekking Tours in the Philippines

1.Small-Group Weekend Hiking Tour to Banaue-Ifugao from Manila

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $270Our pick

Travel overnight from Manila to Ifugao, then hike through Banaue, Cambulo, Batad, and Bangaan. You’ll cross steep paths, visit Tappiyah Falls, sleep in a basic village inn, and see the rice terraces at close range. The group has up to seven people, with guides such as Marvin or Jonathan assigned on some departures.

“It was such a great and unusual experience, and even better than I imagined. As a hiker, this was pretty moderate level of difficulty, but also a bit challenging due to some slippery parts because it rained when we were there. But the views arRead more”

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2.Day hike to Mount Daraitan with Tinipak River 2024

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $130

Leave Manila at 4 a.m. for a guided climb of 2,425-foot Mt. Daraitan, then cool off in the clear Tinipak River. Expect rocky, slippery ground, a small group capped at 15, hotel transfers, and guides such as Asia, Alexis, Willy, or Joannah depending on the departure.

“I'm pretty sure I have already left a review. Is there another site? This was an awesome trip and we went on the weekday so there was no one else except my partner and me. Terrific experience and highly recommended. The tour guide was extremely helpful as well.”

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3.Mount Pinatubo 4X4 & Hiking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · 12 hours · from $110

You leave Manila before dawn for a 4x4 ride across Pinatubo’s lahar fields, then hike about 6 kilometers round trip through riverbeds and mudflow canyons to the turquoise crater lake. An English-speaking tour is arranged by Abraham Tours Philippines, but bring your own food, water, sunscreen, hat, and cash.

“Well organized trip with excellent driver and tour guides. The beautiness of the naature really worth the long travel from Manila.”

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4.Day Hike Mt. Batulao 811 meters with transfers from Manila** 2024

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · from $130

Leave Manila at 4 a.m. for a small-group hike up 811-meter Mt. Batulao. You’ll follow established trails, tackle steeper sections near the top, and return with time left in the day. Guides such as Genesis, Jonathan, and Alfred have led past departures, while hotel transfers are available from select Metro Manila locations.

“The guide and driver We’re great. Very professional and knowledgeable. The early start was well worth it! Beautiful hike!”

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5.Skip the Line: Hike Eat Swim at Mount Purro Nature Reserve Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · from $130

Spend 2 to 10 hours at Mount Purro Nature Reserve, a green retreat in the Sierra Madre near Manila. Hike forest trails, join scheduled river trips, swim, play games, and eat at Loli’s Kitchen. Weekend options include a mini-zipline and Dumagat interaction. Guided hikes may be led by staff such as Sonny.

“Really great experience especially for a beginner hiker like me. Love the food as well as they were all presentable and sumptious. 2 thumbs up!!”

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6.Adventure Hiking Trip in the City

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · from $52

Join an English or Tagalog-speaking local guide for a five-hour hike from Gaisano Grand Talamban to Budlaan Falls and Mt. Kang-irag. Expect steep paths, river rocks, scrambling, and a 180-degree Cebu view. Guides such as Christian, Jay, and Chris are praised for adapting the route to your ability. Sturdy shoes and basic fitness matter.

“It was amazing and unexpectedly adventurously fun experience! The thrill begins almost immediately with downhill terrain trails, reaching to an amazing waterfall, intermediate bouldering and finally ending with a beautiful panoramic view on the peak, chilling with ice cold beer to enjoy the calm sunset! Our guide, Chris, has been most amazing! Honest, fun and helpful! For those who seek a more adventure alternative in the heart of Cebu, must try it!”

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7.Osmeña Peak hike and Sardines Run Snorkel adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $92

Combine a short sunrise hike to Cebu’s 1,013-meter Osmeña Peak with a snorkel beside Moalboal’s famous sardine shoal. Private transport, entrance fees, guide, mask, and life jacket are included. Guides such as Raul can help with photos, while fins and meals cost extra. Expect an early start and a long Cebu road day.

“Incredible day travelling around Cebu island! Raul, our driver, was great and attentive. The sardines run is a must see. Recommend to anyone that wants variety and adventure!”

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8.Osmeña Peak and Kandungaw Peak Hiking Trail

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 7 reviews · 9 hours · from $90

Travel by private vehicle from Cebu to Dalaguete for two very different hikes. Osmeña Peak offers an easy 20 to 30-minute climb and wide views, while Kandungaw brings steeper sections, cliffs, and a more demanding trail. Your package includes entrance fees, water, hotel transfers, and an English-speaking guide, but not meals or insurance.

“The Kandungaw hike was challenging, but with a great view at the top. Would suggest a later pickup to let the fog/clouds pass by in the morning.”

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9.Day Hike: Mount Daraitan plus Tinipak River start point Manila** updated 2022

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $150

Leave Manila early for a guided Mount Daraitan hike near Tanay. You’ll climb to a 739-meter summit for Sierra Madre views, then see the Tinipak River and nearby villages. Guides such as Einstein lead the walk, while driver Pedro handles the road transfer. Expect a hot lower trail, cooler air above, and a demanding day.

“My tour guide Einstein was great, as was the driver Pedro. Fun hike, though a bit challenging in places, ultimately the views were worth it. Locals were very friendly. Hot at the bottom during summer, but quite pleasant up top.”

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10.Nagpatong Rock Day hike + Tungtong Falls(with transfers**) 2023

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $130

Start around 4 a.m. for a demanding hike to Nagpatong Rock in Rizal, where you may climb, pull, crawl, and trek toward wide Sierra Madre views. Then cool off at Tungtong Falls. Pickup and drop-off are included in selected Manila areas, with groups capped at 15 people.

“It is a risky and very active half day. You climb, pull, trek, crawl and meet some pretty amazing people on top of a rock or bathing in a waterfall. Highly recommend to active and brave people.”

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11.Trek to Batak Tribe Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $202

Leave Puerto Princesa at 7 a.m. for the Batak Visitor Center, then walk about 1.5 hours through the jungle to a remote Batak village. Your private local guide provides context as you observe daily life, share lunch, and learn about Batak traditions. Wear water shoes and carry a waterproof bag.

“A very unique experience. I’m glad I did it! Just do it! Wear water shoes and bring a water proof bag!”

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12.Trekking to see the beautiful view of Cebu City

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $15Best value

Meet guide Zai or a local substitute at McDonald’s Paseo Arcenas for a three-hour Cebu trek. The 40 to 60 minute uphill walk leads to a view deck overlooking Cebu City at sunrise or sunset. Trek poles are supplied, English and Tagalog are spoken, and the group is limited to five.

“Zai was a fantastic guide and super friendly and accommodating. He was easy to contact before the tour and very responsive. During the tour, he very kindly packed umbrellas for us when we forgot after it started raining. He also made sure to take breaks during the hike when we were tired and checked in on us throughout, adapting the hike to fit our experience levels. Zai was lovely to talk to and told us about Cebu and the developments going on around the trail. 10/10 would definitely book again!”

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13.Coron Town Tour: Maquinit Hotspring & Mt. Tapyas Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $21

Spend a flexible day seeing Coron Town’s main sights with an English-speaking guide. Climb Mt. Tapyas, visit St. Augustine Parish Church, stroll Lualhati Park, shop for cashew treats, and finish at Maquinit Hot Spring. Hotel pickup is free within Coron town, while outside-town transfers may cost extra.

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14.Trek to Batak Tribe Village

★★★★★★★★★★3.3 · 3 reviews · 5 hours

Travel 70 kilometers from Puerto Princesa, then hike 75 to 120 minutes through mountain trails and rivers to a Batak village. Guides Rich and Wilson have led the route, which includes cultural explanations, a token gift, and time to observe village life. The trek is private, active, and best suited to hikers without mobility or health limits.

“Amazing tour with two enthusiastic and caring guides Rich and Wilson, very impressive to see how the batak people still live.”

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15.4 Day Banaue Ifugao Rice Villages Private tour Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $810

This private four-day trip takes you from Manila into Ifugao country, with roughly 34 kilometers of mountain trekking through Pula, Cambulo, Batad, and Bangaan. You will sleep in local homestays, visit rice terraces and waterfalls, and hike with an English-speaking, DOT-accredited local guide. Strong fitness is essential.

“The hike from from Banaue through Pula and Cambulo to Batad was amazing! The rice terraces were absolutely beatuful. I also enjoyed swimming in the waterfall plunge pools.”

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